1968 Renault 6 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 988 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Renault 6 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 6 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1738 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |